It will reopen to the public Oct. 10.
The details
Collections Manager Heather Bloom said some of the renovations include a new desk at the visitor center and fresh carpet.
"We will also be moving the fire truck to the convention center," Bloom said.
Referred to as Engine No. 1, the 1915 Brockway fire truck was Bastrop's first motorized fire engine and used to transport firefighters and equipment.
What else?
Submissions for the upcoming holiday stories exhibit are still underway.
Similar to the "Stories Inked in Skin" collection, which will resume at the Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center from Oct. 10-26, the team hopes to curate stories and photos themed around the holidays.
"We want to hear from you," Bloom said. "Share your festive traditions, holiday memories, and the special ways your family makes the season bright."
One more thing
In January, the museum was named Nonprofit of the Year by the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce for its commitment to the county’s history through exhibits, educational programs and publications—chosen out of 170 countywide nonprofits.
In April, museum officials received the John L. Nau III Award of Excellence in Museums for their achievements in historical interpretation, museum education, collection conservation and community involvement—chosen out of over 1,000 other museums.
In July, the museum was named a top-three finalist for the Austin Community's Choice Awards—up against the Blanton Museum of Art and the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum.
- Reopens Oct. 10
- 904 Main St., Bastrop
- www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com
